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Joseph Anthony "Joe" Gagne, 32, of West Hartford passed away suddenly on January 10, 2014. He attended West Hartford schools his whole life and was a graduate of Endicott College. He was employed as an Ability Analyst by the Hartford. He had a passion for the culinary arts and always put love into the food he would cook for his family. He was an avid New York Giants fan and spent countless Sunday afternoons cheering them on with his father. His huge personality shown through his beautiful, striking smile and he would find every opportunity he could to laugh. His kind heart was filled with genuine love, sensitivity, selflessness, and a fierce desire to make his loved ones happy. He is survived by his fiancé Heather Fracchia, who was the light of his life, his parents Rich and Diane Gagne and his sister Stephanie Lynne Gagne all of West Hartford; his maternal grandfather Francis Leva of Farmington and his fraternal grandparents Richard and Joan Gagne of Old Saybrook; many loving aunts and uncles, cousins, friends and his loyal canine companions L.T. and Steve. He will always be loved. "There are places I remember all my life though some have changed. Some forever not for better. Some have gone and some remain. All these places had their moments with lovers and friends I still can recall. Some are dead and some are living. In my life I loved them all. But of all these friends and lovers there is no one compares with you and these memories lose their meaning when I think of love as something new. Though I know I'll never loose affection for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life I loved you more"-The Beatles. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Brigid Church in West Hartford on Tuesday, January 14th, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial donations in Joe's name may be made to the ASPCA. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com.
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January 24, 2014
It is with great sadness that we learn of your sons passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this sorrowful time. Take heart in know he was loved and he lived life to the fullest! Maria Martone and Gary Koropatkin
January 19, 2014
To the Gagne family,
I remember waiting with him at the bus stop in the mornings and spending time with him and the other neighborhood kids in the afternoons. I was so sorry to hear of his passing my family and I send our prayers to your family and his fiancée.
Wishing you comfort.
Stephanie Goodman Onze
January 19, 2014
Diane and Rich, We just learned of the terrible loss of your son Joe. Sending our deepest sympathy and wishes for peace. May your fond memories be with you always.
Fondly, Sue and Mike Daigle
Janice Grady
January 19, 2014
I will always remember being young mothers together walking our babies on Sherman Drive. Diane, you were so thrilled with Joe, you glowed with love and pride. How nice it was to hang out with you and Joe and,of course, Sheba who was the smartest dog in the world. I hope and pray you and your family find peace one day. I LOVE YOU.
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January 15, 2014
Rich, I went to Conard with you and my son, Michael, went to Conard with Joe. I was so very sad to hear of Joe's passing and ache in my heart for your loss. My very sincere condolences.
- Liz Serianz Legassie
January 14, 2014
Dear Rich, Diane, & family,
We were so sad to hear of your loss. We can only imagine what you are going through. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Jeff & Donna Crow
Anthony Volpe
January 14, 2014
Joe was such a good man, truly shocked by his passing. Always had a smile on his face and enjoyed a laugh, my heart goes out to Heather, Rich and all Joes loved ones.
Kelly Carpenter-Habif
January 14, 2014
I am so sad to hear about Joe's passing. I was a classmate of his at Duffy School and have so many nice memories of him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
January 14, 2014
Dear Rich, Diane, Stephanie, Heather and the entire Gagne family.....we are deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Joe's passing......what a wonderful man this world has lost. You are in our thoughts always and we pray for peace in your hearts at this time of such sorrow........Love, Angelo, Sheila, Teresa and the Angelo's on main staff
January 14, 2014
Dear Dick Joan and Gagne family.
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
We are in Fla.now but our prayers are with you. Ann and Sal Dimauro
Karen Skinner
January 14, 2014
Heather - You are in my thoughts and prayers. You and Joe made the most perfect couple, both so bubbly and full of life. Joe will be missed by so many people.
January 14, 2014
Dearest Heather, Liz, Jim and Annie - Neil and I are heartsick to learn of Joe's death...and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you come to terms with this untimely and tragic loss. Heather, you have the love and support of many friends as well as your wonderful family to sustain you.
Love,
Debra and Neil Salowitz
January 13, 2014
May God keep you in His gentle care! Ms.B.
Sharad and Shalaka Madkekar
January 13, 2014
Gagne family and Heather,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the time of sorrow caused by sudden passing of Joe.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sal and Ann DiMauro DiMauro
January 13, 2014
The DiMauro family wishes to send condolences to the Gagne family on the loss of their son and grandson. Thoughts and prayers. Sal and Ann DiMauro.
January 13, 2014
Dear Gagne family and Heather,
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was always such a delight to see and speak with and always brightened my day at work! We will all miss him terribly, and remember him fondly.
Michelle Kunzman
January 13, 2014
Dear Gagne Family,
Although it has been many years since we've seen each other there are so many fond memories of Joe and the neighborhood. So sorry for your loss.
Dori and Steve Klemenz
January 13, 2014
To Richard & Diana and Dick & Joan, and all of the Gagne family. Please accept the sincerest of condolences on behalf of the entire Hoyt family. Time slips away from us so very fast. I will pray that you find comfort from family and friends in the days ahead of you. With Much Love Cindy Hoyt Lapierre
Cathy, Scott, Ben, Susannah & Chris Murphy
January 13, 2014
Dearest Diane, Rich, Stephanie, Joan and Dick,
A world without Joe? How can that be? As soon as you met Joe you knew he was a keeper. He would good naturedly complain but anyone who met him knew his loyalty and love for his family. It was unconditional. The world has a huge hole in it today because we've lost such a precious person. We all hurt. As Always, Cathy, Scott, Ben, Chris and Susannah Murphy
Angela Hern
January 13, 2014
To the loving family of Joe~
Joe was such a great guy.. who could have asked for a better co-worker to sit next to day by day, not me..That's for sure. He made me smile and laugh all day every day. His heart was filled with joy and happiness and definitely shined through to each and every person he was around. He will be missed. I am sorry to hear of this loss..Joe was a special person.
Kathy Lund
January 13, 2014
Dear Rich, Nan ,Stephanie,Dick and Joan,
Rick is on his way right now to come and be with you. I so wanted to be with him. I have been thinking about you since the phone call yesterday. Sometimes I wonder why Good and important people in our lives are taken. Our Faith tells us about Heaven and I do believe we will see everyone we love there.
Hold on to that thought as you go through these difficult days. Stay strong and Please call me if you need to talk.
All My Love and Prayers,
Kathy Lund
Dick and Sue Szymanski
January 13, 2014
We're so very sorry to hear of your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Michele McFarlane
January 13, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, brother, fiance... Although I didn't know Joe all that well being an indirect colleague at his workplace, he never held back on the warmest smile as we greeted each other in the hallways. Heather, I'm so sorry and am praying for you and for all that loved Joe. ~ Michele McFarlane
Dan and Lindsey Szymanski
January 13, 2014
Dear Diane, Rich and Stephanie
Words seem inadequate to express the sorrow felt by the loss of your beautiful son and brother Joseph.
Our broken hearts are with yours.
May memories of Joe, the love of family and friends surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences.
Christine Harkey
January 13, 2014
Stephanie and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your sudden loss of Joe. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his fiancee as you progress through these difficult days and the days ahead. As you celebrate his life, may you find comfort in your memories. With much love and prayers,
January 13, 2014
I can not tell you how distraught we are to here of you'r loss.Love always. Stacey and Bob Schreiber
Jim & Kris Payant
January 13, 2014
Dearest Heather, Liz & Jim and Annie: we are filled with sorrow at the loss of Joe. We hope that the love and comfort of family & friends will sustain you in the days to come. Please know that you are not alone.
January 13, 2014
My prayers are with you. You have my complete sorrow and I know he is with our Dear Lord and at peace.Lucille Tracy
January 13, 2014
Dear Diana and Rich,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Although it's been a long time since we've seen each other, I am thinking of you. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sincerely,
Jane Penfield
Debbie Zeldis
January 13, 2014
To the Gagne family: although it's been a very long time since we've seen each other, I am so very sorry to hear about Joe. I remember him from our neighborhood playgroups as being such a lovable and sweet child. As I read his obit, it appears he grew up to be the same type of man. He will always remain that smiling, laughing child that I knew. Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt condolences and know that I am thinking of you.
Jack Pestritto
January 13, 2014
Rich: I was shocked to read about your loss. Rich and I extended our condolences to you and your family.
Chris Laski Walker
January 13, 2014
Diane, Rich, and family ~
I am so tremendously sorry for your loss; please accept my condolences. I will keep you in my thoughts, and prayers
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